27.10.18

Reaching a new milestone in your life
where you are planning to have a family and have to buy a
house in Malaysia on your own? Are you considering in
buying houses in the city because the city provides more job opportunities and
it is nearer to most offices? Although they are many schemes available for home
buyers such as MyHome, buying a house in the city in Malaysia is still too expensive. Most
people especially young working adults cannot afford it yet because it is way
out of their budget. Fret not, this article will guide you through the reasons of purchasing outskirts houses in Malaysia and that can be quite a good option too for first time home
buyers.

A.Bigger and cheaper homes

First of all, drop that misconception of
the outskirtsareas are less developed. Most houses in the
outskirts in Malaysia are cheaper and bigger in size as compared to houses in
the cities. The accessibility, facilities and job opportunities might not be as
great as those in the big cities, and they are the reasons that houses in the
outskirts areas in Malaysia are cheaper than those in the cities. Although not
as great, they are considered decent and definitely affordable, especially for
young adults. With the same price as a condominium in the city, you get to buy
a landed property with bigger size in the outskirts, this is considered a great
bargain. That being said, with cheaper house in the outskirts area and if you
do not mind the longer commute session available out there, houses in the
outskirt areas are not bad at all.

B)
Positive Home Value Projection

In addition, buying a
house in the outskirts in Malaysia brings a positive home value projection.
Although the achievement of the status of ‘city’ from a small town is unknown
yet, the developments around the outskirts area is a permissible indicator of
the direction to being a city. As we know that the government has many upcoming
projects in building highways or public transportation such as MRT, these are
the success factor that increase a positive value on the properties around the
area. Opening of new shopping malls and chain restaurants in the outskirts are
also aiding the increase of property values in the area. Although it takes
time, houses in the outskirts are the next big thing and it will be a great investment if you
were to sell off your property and move to the city one day. Get a professional
valuators to determine your property values and worth, at the same time, gain
knowledge on how much loan you will be able to secure from the bank loan and
determine your property’s value in the future when you want to sell.

C)
Lower Living Cost

Moreover, you will have and maintain a lowercost of living as compared to living in big city. Cost
of rent is relatively low as compared to the cost of rent in the city, hence,
lower charge and cheaper price for food and groceries, but only applicable to
businesses that are self owned. Franchises and chain restaurants would remain
the same. In addition, with lesser cafes, restaurants, cinemas and shopping
malls, your cost of living in the outskirts is definitely going to be much
lesser than your cost of living in the cities. Do not be surprised if you find
out that you manage to lower up to 50% of your cost of living when you are
staying in the outskirts area. With lesser attractions, you might even be able
to save some extra dollars while staying in the outskirts.

D)
Bigger Living Space

Lastly, staying in
the outskirts area results in a less cramped living condition, or bigger living
space. Houses in the outskirts in Malaysia typically have bigger rooms, balcony
or even a garden for you to enjoy the bigger space as compared to houses in the
cities. Moreover, with lesser buildings, lesser shopping malls, lesser
entertainment, lesser highways, or anything that you could easily find in big cities, the reasons that lead to a less cramped
living. Therefore, you would face with lesser traffic jams as compared to
living in the big cities if you are staying in the outskirts area. With a
smaller population in the outskirts, moving around or getting from one place to
another will never be a major problem.

No doubt that living in big cities sounds
more attractive than living in the outskirts, with the entertainment and easy
accessibility available out there, especially for young adults, it is pretty
hard to be convinced to buy a house in the outskirts in Malaysia. However,
think of it as a long term investment and how much the value of your property
will appreciate in the next 5 years. It is definitely going to be worth it.
Furthermore, buying a house in the outskirt is going to be much more affordable
as compared to buying a house in the city area. So do take some time off to
consider buying a house in the outskirts. After all, you can still buy a house
in the city if one day you decide to sell off your house in the outskirts.

27.6.18

The dining room has endured through a difficult few decades. In some ways, the dining room is a relic of the past. The formality a dining room is fast giving way to other more informal and laid-back spaces. Nowadays, the dining room is fast being supplanted in function by other more multifunctional spaces such as the kitchen or the family room as family life began to revolve less around dinner and more around smart phones and long working hours. Families are increasingly spending time eating at a large kitchen table or having gatherings in the family room, especially in homes where space is more limited (for example, a punggol hdb).

However, it doesn’t have to be so. The dining room does not have to be only a space for big meals like family dinners. The dining room can essentially serve the same function as the living room or the family room – as a space to linger and gather with great company, as long as you balance it in a mix of formality and informality. Thus, an inviting and welcoming dining room will be a boon for family and guests: not just a cozy and formal space to share time eating delicious meals and tasty snacks but also a space that can be used much more in the day-to-day informalities of modern life.

Read on for 10 decorating ideas that can suit any type of décor style.

1. Decide on your color palette

Before you start decorating, think of what colors you want to use in your dining room. This can help you out tremendously when it comes time to select furniture and décor pieces. Neutral tones, such as white, or beige are good ideas if you want to keep your space as flexible as possible. Darker earthy tones, on the other hand, can give your space a cozier vibe.

2. Highlight architectural details

Traditionally, the dining room is usually home to a flurry of architectural details. If you have a new home, the dining is a perfect place to incorporate more traditional architectural elements, like beautiful moldings, brick walls, wooden paneling or even ceiling beams. These features add a touch of visual interest to an otherwise bare space. Consider painting these details a crisp white to make them stand out. White-on-white is also a good color combination to bring out these architectural details yet keep the space as bright and carefree as possible.

3. Set a lovely center piece

Consider adding a lovely center piece to dress up the bareness of your dining room table. The design and type of center piece you choose may vary depending on the vibe you’re going for. If your dining room skews towards a more modern style, a simple center piece such as a ceramic sculpture or a simple vase with flowers is a perfect choice. Fruits, candles, beautiful jars or bowls are also good choices as well that can add beauty and finesse to your dining room.

4. Create an intimate atmosphere

If an intimate atmosphere is the vibe you’re going for, you can incorporate furniture pieces with plush seating, moody tones in color and dimmer lighting to create a dining space that is not only more cozy but more comfortable as well.

5. Get unique furniture pieces

Depending on the look you’re going for, ‘unique’ furniture may mean different things. For a more traditional dining room, this could mean one-of-a-kind pieces like antique sideboards, huntboards or sugar chests. If you’re going for a more shabby-chic vibe, then it would mean mixing your furniture pieces around, such as using mix-matching chairs ala Monica’s apartment in Friends.

6. Add lighting fixtures

Playing around with the lighting is a great way of changing up the ambience of your space. Mix around cold and warm lighting to drench you space in a cozy ambience. Don’t just stick to general lighting like a chandelier. Wall sconces and candles are great ancillary lighting ideas that can add towards the warmness of your space.

7. Display some items

A hutch is a great furniture piece that can be used to display some of your more beautiful china and crockery. You can use this idea to tie in your dining room’s colors or even use it to add color to your space. For example, if you have a space that is more dominantly blue and white, you can add red-themed china for display to bring in a secondary color.

8. Add some greens

Whatever the décor style you choose, some greenery in your dining room is sure to literally bring in a breath of fresh air. You can place them on side-tables or on sideboards, or even use them as center pieces. This can help bring a touch of the outdoors indoors. Orchids are a resilient choice that can hold out if you ever forget to water it, as they don’t need much water.

9. Use wall décor

Wall décor can make amazing statements. You can hang up a variety of artsy pieces, such as wall sculptures, paintings and others that bring more visual interest to your dining room. You can even wallpaper your walls as a form of décor. A beautiful chinoiserie print, for example, is a trendy idea that brings together eastern and western elements.

10. Decorate based on your lifestyle

All in all, this would be the most useful decorating idea. Your dining room, and by extension your whole space, should be a reflection of your own lifestyle and personality. This is perhaps the best way to successfully give your space that lived-in feel that every homeowner yearns for. Decorate your space based on how you use it.

17.6.18

SELANGOR, June 13, 2018 – Fall in love all over again with the sweet and spicy Ssamjeang flavors especially created by Domino’s Pizza. Hot on the trail of its popular Ssamjeang Pizza range, Domino’s introduces its latest addition, the new Ssamjeang Prawn pizza, the fourth variant added to the range.

Speaking on the new flavors, Shamsul Amree, Senior General Manager, Operations, Domino’s Pizza Malaysia and Singapore said, “We received tremendous love and support from our customers and Korean fans when we first launched the Ssamjeang Tuna, Chicken and Beef. The response was overwhelming and to cater to the growing request of the Ssamjeang pizzas, we have taken it further and created Ssamjeang Prawn. We believe this new addition enhances the flavor profile of the Ssamjeang sauce especially with the delicious combination of multiple flavours and textures in a single pizza.”

“We are heartened by the positive response from our customers and we hope this new flavor will be well received as well. Fasting month and the Raya period is a great opportunity to get together with family and friends while enjoying your favorite pizzas. We are offering fantastic deals for the festive period and we hope our customers will take up the opportunity to enjoy this latest item on our menu while it lasts!”

Truly inspired by Malaysians love for Korean food, Domino’s Ssamjeang Pizzas were specially crafted to deliver the perfect combination of savory, sweet and spicy flavors. Versatile and flavorful, the Ssamjeang sauce is also available with Ayam-haseyo Chicken Wings, a side of chicken wings baked to perfection with an outer coating of the deliciously addictive Ssamjeang sauce.

During the festive Ramadan and Raya period, customers can enjoy Ssamjeang Prawn with the two combo deals namely Ssamjeang Buddy Combo and the Ssamjeang Super Combo. Priced at RM37.65(GST zero-rated price), the Ssamjeang Buddy Combo includes one Regular Ssamjeang pizza, one Ayam-Haseyo, one Garlic Twisty Bread and two cans of soft drinks; while the Ssamjeang Super Combo, priced at RM56.51(GST zero-rated price) comprises of two Regular Pizzas, one Ayam-Haseyo, one Cheesy Mozzarella/Cheddar Stix and a bottle of 1.5L soft drink.

The all new Ssamjeang Prawn is available at all Domino’s Pizza stores for a limited time only, from June 4 to July 1, 2018, while stocks last.

Visit Domino’s stores, order online at http://www.dominos.com.my/, or call 1300-888-333 to make an order. To learn more about Domino’s Pizza Malaysia’s Ssamjeang Prawn Pizza as well as other ongoing promotions, visit them at http://www.dominos.com.my/.